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KAYAK TOURS, RENTALS, RATES & INFORMATION |
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Kayak Rentals: Kayak Rentals: $50 per day
Kayak Taxi:
We Deliver & Pick-Up
FREE to Specific Areas.
What to Bring: Camera, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat for shade, pocketknife, flashlight, first aid kit and... Closed-toe shoes are a must!
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Coastal
Bend Kayak Tours uses safe and stable sit-on-top kayaks from
Ocean KayaksŪ, Heritage KayaksŪ and Bic Sport Kayaks are the
world's most popular manufacturers. Single and double-seaters
are available; some models have built-in fishing rod
holders.
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Kayak Fishing Tours - Our Specialty Since 1981 This trip includes kayak instruction, fishing instruction and fishing at the location of your choice! Description: Kayak fishing in the Coastal Bend is some of the very best in the nation. Clean, pristine waters in a huge eco-system combine to give you the trip of a lifetime. All fishing tours are instructional so you may leave your trip with coastal fishing knowledge. Coastal Bend kayak asks you to bring your own gear to enable you to land the Big Ones - with gear you are familiar with. We will be targeting bay species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum to name a few. Coastal Bend Kayak's bait of choice is artificial lures, but live or dead bait may be furnished upon request for a small, additional charge. FLY FISHERMEN WELCOME! Destination: Redfish Bay, Lighthouse Lake Trails, Brown & Root Flats, Aransas Bay, Nueces Bay, and Flour Bluff Cost: 1-2 is $150 per person 3-4 is $125 per person 5-6 is $100 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
Birding Texas Waterways & Highways: Description: We depart from Fulton Harbor with one of our partner's - the celebrated Skimmer with Capt. Tommy Moore! You will see more birds in one afternoon aboard The Skimmer than some will see in a lifetime...year-round...seriously! Ibis, Egrets, Herons, Osprey, Magnificent Frigate birds, Terns and Gulls, Sandpipers, Cormorants and Willets and of course....our pride and joy, the beautiful, hot pick Roseatte Spoonbills. They are considered by many to be the Flamingo of Texas! Check out the Texas Parks and Wildlife's Birding Checklist. Also the Texas Coastal Bend has several designated locations along the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail and the Texas Tropical Trail. Destination: Cedar Bayou, San Jose Island and Water Shuttle aboard The Skimmer
From mid-November thru Early
April the Coastal Bend plays host to over 400 migratory birds to
include Cost: 1-2 is $100 per person 3-4 is $80 per person 5-6 is $70 per person Trip includes kayak instruction and tour at the location of your choice. Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
Parent-Child Kayak Fishing Class: Description: Have you ever had the good luck of sneaking-up on a group of redfish while wading? Well, just imagine fishing by kayak in regions of the Aransas Bay Water Complex - places where no boat has gone before. Coastal Bend Kayak spends almost every day on the water - teaching, guiding and fishing. You will learn safety skills, how to read coastal waters (strictly for fishing purposes). Learning about water conditions and how they play into where the fish are and aren't is an important factor to fishing success. You will learn which lures are successful in particular clarities of water and how to choose the right lure for that kind of water condition. There is an additional fee for Coastal Bend Kayak to clean and bag your catch - ready to go in your cooler. Let us know in advance please. A Texas fishing license and saltwater stamp is required. Visit: Texas Fishing License Info. (TPWD) Cost: $250/parent-child team; bring your own rods and reels, Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Novice to Experienced Angler, Using Your Tackle; Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
Lighthouse Lakes Trails:
Description: This is
the premier kayaking destination of the Texas Gulf Coast.
Coastal Bend Kayak offers a truly one-of-a-kind adventure for
paddlers of all skill levels. It is a wonderful opportunity to
enjoy all the spectacular natural wonders that this area of the
Coastal Bend has to offer. The Texas Parks and Wildlife
department has developed and maintains the trails in an area
called
(Info used with permission from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.) Destination: Lighthouse Lake Trails (between Aransas Pass & Port Aransas Causeway) Cost: 1-2 is $100 per person 3-4 is $80 per person 5-6 is $70 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
Eco/Nature Tour: Description: Marine life and nature's bounty combine to make this our most popular trip! A quiet and peaceful paddle awaits those adventurists who are looking to become one with nature in a kayak. Birds and marine life are abundant, but you'll also see deer, turtles, alligators, raccoons, foxes and armadillos from time to time. Butterflies, hummingbirds (when in season) and a wide variety of flowering and colorful vegetation are there for the viewing and exploration. There will be stops along the way to small, uninhabited islands to comb the perfect beaches for souvenir seashells or driftwood. Enjoy history and play with the idea of finding a hidden treasure? Let us fill-you-in on the historical facts and locations where LaSalle buried his ship's treasure or where the first native Indians once lived and thrived - the Aransazu tribe. Peace, quiet and reflection is the goal of this journey. There are not any noisy motor boats where you'll be going! Destination - Your Choice of Bays and Waterways: Aransas, Redfish, Copano, Corpus Christi, Nueces, Port, Packery Channel, Mustang Island Paddling Trails and the Aransas Pass Kayak Park & Aquatic Center Cost: 1-2 is $100 per person 3-4 is $80 per person 5-6 is $70 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
Beginner Lessons & Refresher Courses: Description: Whether this is your first time or 100th time kayaking, Coastal Bend Kayak will teach you the techniques he uses to get around. Instruction covers water safety, paddling maneuvers, knowledge of water currents and weather clues... plus much more! If you're feeling a little rusty and would like a quick refresher course, then ask to reserve your spot in the next class. Swimming isn't essential, but it could come in mighty handy if there's a sudden change in the weather or if your kayak is damaged. As in any outdoor activity - be smart, careful and always be prepared for the unexpected. Coastal Bend Kayak teaches kayaking in a wide variety of locations. As certified instructors, we follow the American Canoe Association guidelines. Course Topics Include:
Cost: $100 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
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the Endangered Whooping Cranes who call the
North
Harbor Island, just west of Port Aransas. The Lighthouse Lakes
Paddling Trail is actually a series of four loops ranging in
length from 1.25 miles to 6.8 miles. The trails meander through an
extensive black mangrove estuary, into sloughs and back lakes near
the historic 1857 Lydia Ann Lighthouse on North Harbor Island.
Paddlers can paddle through mangroves and seagrass flats that
provide outstanding bird watching and fishing.|
Dolphin and Marine Watch: Description: Dolphins are so much fun to watch, especially for the family with children. It is important that our children know and understand the importance of the ecological and marine factors that sustain all the life around us. Coastal Bend Kayak shares information about the area's estuaries and how we can help Mother Nature maintain her even balance.
Destination:
Cost: 1-2 is $100 per person 3-4 is $80 per person 5-6 is $70 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided. |
Sunset & Full Moon Tours: Description: Sunset tours can be booked throughout the year, however Full Moon Tours are offered one-time per month. Please call us to reserve your trip for the next full moon. Please bring a flashlight with you for this fun night-out. Since our weather changes frequently, a light jacket may be in order. Destination: Aransas, Redfish, Copano, Corpus Christi, Nueces, Port, Packery Channel, Mustang Island Paddling Trails and the Aransas Pass Kayak Park & Aquatic Center Cost: 1-2 is $100 per person 3-4 is $80 per person 5-6 is $70 per person Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced. Kayak, Paddle and PFD provided.
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More Advanced Trips: If you are already at the intermediate to advanced level of your kayaking skill but still want to learn more and excel, please contact Coastal Bend Kayak. We can customize the exact trip you have in mind! Paddling tours demand good total-body strength, so if you're ready to achieve your personal best while seeing some beautiful scenery, let us know - we'll get started on your trip plan!
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Disabilities & Special Needs: Kayaking isn't for everyone, however we do receive requests from interested parties with a disability or special need requirements. If this is your situation, Coastal Bend Kayak will be happy to accommodate you to the best of our ability.
We are
Handicap Accessible. Let Coastal Bend Kayak Tours make your next trip-out on the big blue a fantastic one! We will customize your tour to meet any venue you wish, based on your skills and interest! Call today to book your tour!
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Aransas,
Redfish, Copano, Corpus Christi, Nueces, Lighthouse Lake Trails, Packery Channel,
Mustang Island Paddling Trails, and the Aransas Pass Kayak Park &
Aquatic Center. 
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DISCLAIMER NOTICE: Coastal Bend Kayak Tours and instructional classes vary in cost depending on the customer's ability, the time of year and the group size. Please - Do not bring items of value with you on your trip e.g. cell phones, pagers, car keys etc. Coastal Bend Kayak is not responsibility for items lost. SIGNING OF LIABILITY RELEASE WAIVER IS REQUIRED. DEPOSIT INFORMATION: With so many types of kayak tours and trips offered, please call Coastal Bend Kayak for the deposit info. Deposits are Required to Secure Your Trip Date(s). MAIL DEPOSIT TO: Coastal Bend Kayak 7037 Tree Top Place Corpus Christi, TX 78413 Questions? Call to Reserve: 361-537-8668 or 361-813-8537 Contact Us Here CANCELLATION POLICY: Coastal Bend Kayak Tour hopes your day on the water will be beautiful and full of sunshine...however not every day can be so. Should we have poor weather and your trip is cancelled, your trip will be rescheduled. If you have to cancel, a written 10 day notice is required in order to receive refund.
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